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IRIB NewsIran-leaningJun 21, 2026, 11:44 PM

Parliament Speaker after Iran's match with Belgium: This is how we defend our land

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The Speaker of the Islamic Consultative Assembly reacted to Iran's draw against Belgium in the World Cup competitions.

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Source: IRIB News
Alignment: Iran-leaning
Source category: State Media
Source languages: Persian
Source credibility: 35 credibility score
Orientation: State broadcaster, pro-regime
Country / Region focus: Iran

Coverage style & framing

Mass-reach state media. Extensively used for regime messaging during crises (e.g., post-election protests). Entertainment and religion coverage softens ideological content.

State-run Iranian national broadcaster delivering official government news and domestic coverage.

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